In a statement released on Friday, the agency reported that the average temperature from June to August was 1.76 degrees Celsius higher than the 30-year average. In northern Japan, the temperature soared even higher, with a staggering three-degree increase compared to the historical average.
One remarkable event that underscored this scorching summer was in Niigata Prefecture's Itoigawa City, where August 10th marked the country's hottest night ever recorded, as temperatures failed to drop below a sweltering 31.4 degrees Celsius.
The heatwave was not isolated, as nighttime record highs were observed in 248 locations across the nation, emphasizing the widespread impact of this extreme weather event.
Moreover, the rising temperatures weren't limited to the land; sea surface temperatures around Japan also surged, registering one degree higher than the average. This marks the warmest sea surface temperatures since records began in 1982.
The implications of this historic heatwave raise concerns about the ongoing challenges posed by climate change and call for intensified efforts to mitigate its effects. Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety in the face of these extreme weather conditions. (ILKHA)